Liverpool coach Arne Slot welcomes Pep Guardiola's extension at Manchester City.
This Friday, Manchester City announced the contract extension of their coach Pep Guardiola, a decision that was widely welcomed, not only by Citizens fans, but also by some rivals, such as Arne Slot, Liverpool coach.
The Dutch technician, who arrived on the Reds bench last summer, said he was delighted to see the Spaniard continue his adventure in the Eastlands. For the LFC coach, Guardiola's presence not only strengthens the appeal of the Premier League, it also offers a real challenge for other managers in the English championship.
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“First of all, it’s a good thing for Manchester City and for the Premier League. Everyone wants to have the best players and the best managers here, he is definitely one of the best managers and maybe the best if you look at what he has done. (…) It’s a good thing for City fans and it’s interesting for Premier League managers to continue to face one of the best managers football has ever known”judged the Batavian.
Currently, Liverpool sits at the top of the standings, five points ahead of runner-up Manchester City. The two teams, and their coaches, will face each other on December 1 during the 13th day of the Premier League, in what promises to be an electric duel.
